About Tooch Design
East Bay Architecture & Visualization
Tooch Design is an East Bay–based residential design and visualization studio working with homeowners across Oakland, Berkeley, Alameda, and surrounding communities.
We specialize in ADUs, remodels, and custom residential projects, unique structures and landscape design. With clear 3D visualization, we help you make informed decisions early—before construction begins.
What We Do
We help homeowners move from idea to permit-ready design with clarity and confidence.
Our services include:
- Residential design (ADUs, remodels, additions, new homes)
- As-built drawings
- Full construction documentation
- City permitting support and code review
- Architectural visualization and 3D modeling
- Landscape Design
By combining design and visualization, we make it easier to understand your project, evaluate options, and avoid costly changes later.
How We Work
Residential projects come with a lot of unknowns. Our process is designed to reduce that uncertainty.
We start with your goals and the realities of your property, then develop solutions that are both thoughtful and buildable. Visualization is used throughout to help you clearly see what’s being proposed and make decisions with confidence.
Design Approach
Collaborative Logical Efficient Adaptive Responsive
- Our Design process are collaborative, bringing together clients, consultants, to develop and shared solutions.
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We follow a logical approach to design, organizing space and function in a clear and purposeful way.
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Our work focuses on efficient use of space, materials, and resources to create practical and sustainable designs.
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We create adaptive designs that can evolve with changing needs and future uses.
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We care our design is responsive to its context, carefully considering the site, climate, community
Sustainability
Sustainability is addressed through practical decisions—how the home is oriented, how materials perform, and how the space functions over time.
By considering these factors early, we create homes that are more efficient, more comfortable, and better suited to their environment.
About the Founder
Tooch Design is led by Neil Tooch, a solo practitioner with over 30 years of experience in architecture and engineering. He has lived in San Francisco and many areas in the the East Bay Area since Graduating from Berkley in 1991.
His background is multi-disciplinary, with a clear understanding of form and function of architecture and the systems that feed the design. Neil has been creating construction documents for architects and engineers since graduation. As a BIM manager/designer, he lead Design coordination and clash detection on complex projects with large firms such as Arup, contributing to large-scale commercial and institutional developments. Projects include Apple HQ., Apple stores, California Academy of Sciences, DeYoung Museum, Asian Art Museum, SFO International terminal, Kaiser, and others.
Today, he brings that experience to residential work—helping homeowners navigate design, permitting, and construction with clear, practical approach learned by effectively coordinating complex projects.
With a strong understanding of how buildings are actually constructed, he focuses on creating designs that are not only thoughtful, but buildable—reducing surprises and improving outcomes.
Why Homeowners Choose Tooch Design
- Guidance through the entire process—from concept to permit
- Clear drawings and visualization that make decisions easier
- Designs grounded in real construction knowledge
- A direct, collaborative working relationship
- 30+ years of architecture and engineering experience
Let’s Work Together
If you’re planning an ADU, remodel, or custom residential project, reach out to start a conversation.
Get Started on Your Project
If you’re ready to bring your ideas to life, we’re here to help. Contact TooCh Design today to discuss your ADU, studio, sauna, or custom residential project.
